Panasonic Digital Cameras

Within the Panasonic range of digital cameras you will find a variety of models. The range kicks off with simple point and shoot cameras before working its way up to digital SLR level.

Features to look out for include a number of compact digital cameras with wide angle lenses. You will also find a lot of cameras come equipped with image stabilisation. Many also have a special LCD mode. This gives you a good view of the screen if you are holding the camera above eye level to take a shot over a crowd. I also find their LCD screens are normally bright and clear.

Panasonic DMC 3D1

Type: Waterproof

12 Megapixels 4x Zoom

Guide Price: £396.00

The Lumix DMC 3D1 produces 3D images. It can also shoot 3D video clips as well as being able to shoot 2D High Definition movies. The camera uses two lenses to create the 3D images. When you are not shooting in 3D mode they can be used for dual shooting of 2D wide and zoom photos. Other features include a 3.5 inch LCD screen. The screen gives you touch control. The Lumix DMC 3D1 also has the capability to shoot 2D images at 8 frames per second.

Panasonic DMC FS35

Type: Extra Zoom

16 Megapixels 8x Zoom

Guide Price: £199.90 Rating: 81/100

The Lumix DMC FS35 offers some extra zoom compared to a lot of compact digital cameras. The amount of zoom available can be increased to a maximum of 18x when shooting at lower resolutions. The camera is able to capture High Definition movies and has software built in that makes it easier for you to upload photos and video clips to web sites such as Facebook and YouTube.

Panasonic DMC FS40

Type: Simple and Easy

14 Megapixels 5x Zoom

Guide Price: £109.99 Rating: 82/100

The Lumix DMC FS40 has a 2.7 inch LCD screen and is able to focus from 5cm away from your subject in macro mode. Key features include a wide angle lens, High Definition movies and image stabilisation. Panasonic provide software that makes it easy for you to upload your photos and movie clips to sites such as Facebook and YouTube.

Panasonic DMC FS45

Type: Simple and Easy

16 Megapixels 5x Zoom

Guide Price: £249.99 Rating: 82/100

The Lumix DMC FS45 has a couple of features that mark it out as a step up on more basic digital cameras. These include a 3 inch LCD screen, image stabilisation and the ability to shoot High Definition movies. There is also a shooting mode for producing square photos for when you would like your shots to look a little different.

Panasonic DMC FT20

Type: Waterproof

16 Megapixels 4x Zoom

Guide Price: £174.99 Rating: 81/100

Taking a look at the robust features on offer the Lumix DMC FT20 is waterproof to 5m, shockproof to falls of 1.5m and freezeproof down to -10 degrees centigrade. Aside from those features it operates as a straightforward point and shoot digital camera. It can shoot High Definition movies, has image stabilisation, a 2.7 inch LCD screen and can focus from 5cm away from your subject.

Panasonic DMC FT3

Type: Waterproof

12 Megapixels 4.6x Zoom

Guide Price: £249.99

The Lumix DMC FT3 is a robust digital camera. It is waterproof to depths of 12m, freezeproof down to temperatures of -10 degrees centigrade, shockproof to drops of 2m and dustproof too. Features also include a compass, GPS positioning, a barometer and an altimeter. It can also shoot High Definition movies.

Panasonic DMC FT4

Type: Waterproof

12 Megapixels 4.6x Zoom

Guide Price: £199.99

The Lumix DMC FT4 is waterproof to depths of 12m, shockproof to drops of up to 2m, dustproof and freezeproof to temperatures down to – 10 degrees centigrade. It can capture both full High Definition movies and time lapse movies. Other features include a 2.7 inch LCD screen and image stabilisation. It has GPS tracking and a built in compass.

Panasonic DMC FX70

Type: Ultra Compact

14 Megapixels 5x Zoom

Guide Price: £179.99 Rating: 79/100

The Panasonic Lumix DMC FX70 is a 14 megapixel digital camera. It has a 3 inch touch controlled LCD screen. For zooming in there is a wide angle 5x zoom lens. You can shoot High Definition movies and image stabilisation is available too.

Panasonic DMC FX80

Type: Ultra Compact

12 Megapixels 5x Zoom

Guide Price: £99.99

The Lumix DMC FX80 has a 3 inch touch controlled LCD screen. Other features include being able to produce 3D photos and panoramas. Panasonic have built in image stabilisation, plus the ability to shoot Full 1080 pixel High Definition movies. In macro mode the Lumix DMC FX80 can focus from 5cm away from your subject.

Panasonic DMC FX90

Type: Ultra Compact

12 Megapixels 5x Zoom

Guide Price: £149.98 Rating: 79/100

The Lumix DMC FX90 has a couple of features that are not readily available on all digital cameras. These are the ability to send images to a computer using Wi-Fi and the ability to shoot 3D still images. In addition you change settings and controls using a 3 inch touch sensitive LCD screen. The 5x zoom lens has wide angle capabilities and includes a feature that gives you access to up to 9.8x zoom if you reduce the number of megapixels you are shooting at. For movies there is a High Definition movie mode.

Panasonic DMC FZ150

Type: Super Zoom

12 Megapixels 24x Zoom

Guide Price: £300.00

The Lumix DMC FZ150 is one of the most advanced digital cameras on the market. As well as the extra long zoom lens it has a full set of manual exposure controls. It can take shots at a speed of 12 frames per second and also has a special 3D mode. Image stabilisation is included as is a hot shoe and the ability to store images in RAW format. It can capture Full High Definition movies with stereo sound. The LCD screen is 3 inches in size and pulls away from the body to make your life easier if you find yourself in an awkward shooting position.

Panasonic DMC FZ200

Type: Super Zoom

12 Megapixels 24x Zoom

Guide Price: £287.99

The Lumix DMC FZ200 is one of the most advanced super zoom digital cameras. The 24x zoom lens has a maximum aperture of f/2.8. This aperture is available right across the zoom range. Other features include manual exposure controls, a 3 inch LCD screen that can be pulled out and twisted round to give you a more comfortable shooting position and an electronic viewfinder. It also has Image Stabilisation, Full HD movies with stereo sound, Image Stabilisation and a macro mode that can focus from 1 cm away from your subject.

Panasonic DMC FZ48

Type: Super Zoom

12 Megapixels 24x Zoom

Guide Price: £257.67 Rating: 87/100

If you are looking for lens power the Lumix DMC FZ48 has a 24x zoom lens. The lens also has wide angle capabilities and image stabilisation. If you need even more zoom you can opt to decrease the number of megapixels you are shooting at in return for extra zoom up to 46.9x. Other features include a set of manual exposure controls and manual focusing. In addition to the 3 inch LCD screen there is also a viewfinder available for composing images. There is a special mode for shooting 3D still images. You can also record Full High Definition movies with stereo sound.

Panasonic DMC FZ62

Type: Super Zoom

16 Megapixels 24x Zoom

Guide Price: £389.99

The Lumix DMC FZ62 has plenty of features to get your teeth into. As well as the 24x zoom lens there are a set of manual exposure controls (Fully Manual, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority), Image Stabilisation and a 1cm macro mode. You can shoot High Definition Movies with stereo sound. The LCD screen is 3 inches in size and you also have the option of using an electronic viewfinder.

Panasonic DMC G3

Type: Compact System Camera

16 Megapixels

Guide Price: £188.99

The Lumix DMC G3 has a 3 inch LCD screen that pulls out away from the body and also twists around. The screen is touch sensitive allowing some settings to be changed via touching the screen. It has manual exposure controls, a viewfinder and images can be stored in RAW mode. There is a High Definition movie mode. Stereo sound can be recorded to accompany your movie clips.

Panasonic DMC G5

Type: Compact System Camera

16 Megapixels

Guide Price: £255.00

The Lumix DMC G5 is one of the most advanced Compact System Cameras. It has a range of manual controls including Fully Manual, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority. You can store images in RAW mode. You can select the auto focus point by touch through the 3 inch LCD screen. An electronic viewfinder is available too. You can shoot High Definition Movies with stereo sound.

Panasonic DMC GF2

Type: Compact System Camera

12 Megapixels

Guide Price: £448.70

The Lumix DMC GF2 is remarkably small for a camera that offers you the ability to interchange lenses. The camera body itself is almost pocket sized. There are plenty of advanced features on offer for the more discerning photographer. These include manual exposure, Full High Definition movies, 3.2 frames per second and a 3 inch touch controlled LCD screen.

Panasonic DMC GF3

Type: Compact System Camera

12 Megapixels

Guide Price: £269.99

The Lumix DMC GF3 is a compact size even for a compact system camera. It has a set of manual exposure controls (Fully Manual, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority) as well as the ability to store images in RAW format. Some settings can be accessed through a touch sensitive LCD screen. The Lumix DMC GF3 is also capable of recording High Definition movies.

Panasonic DMC GF5

Type: Compact System Camera

12 Megapixels

Guide Price: £460.00

The Lumix DMC GF5 can store images in RAW format. It gives you a choice of four different aspect ratios 4:3, 16:9, 3:2, 1:1. It has a set of manual exposure controls and can shoot Full High Definition Movies with stereo sound. The LCD screen is 3 inches in size and is made up of 920,000 dots. This camera is small and lightweight compared with other Compact System Cameras.

Panasonic DMC GH2

Type: Compact System Camera

16 Megapixels

Guide Price: £600.00

The Lumix DMC GH2 has a 3 inch, vari angle, touch controlled LCD screen, a viewfinder and can shoot at up to 5 frames per second. It can capture full High Definition movies with stereo sound. It is also capable of capturing 3D still images. It can capture still images in RAW and has a full set of manual exposure modes.

Panasonic DMC GX1

Type: Compact System Camera

16 Megapixels

Guide Price: £247.99

The Lumix DMC GX1 offers manual exposure controls (Fully Manual, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority), Full High Definition movies and the ability to store images in RAW format. There is a 3 inch LCD screen. The screen allows you to change some settings by touch. There is also the option to purchase a viewfinder. This is attached to the Lumix DMC GX1 via a hot shoe.

Panasonic DMC LS6

Type: Simple and Easy

14 Megapixels 5x Zoom

Guide Price: £79.99 Rating: 75/100

The Lumix DMC LS6 is a straightforward, starter digital camera. It is one of the few digital cameras to be powered by AA batteries. Features include a 5x wide angle lens, a 2.7 inch LCD screen and image stabilisation. It is capable of recording High Definition movies.

Panasonic DMC LX5

Type: Advanced Digital

10 Megapixels 3.8x Zoom

Guide Price: £399.99 Rating: 91/100

Attractions of the Lumix DMC LX5 include a full set of manual exposure controls and manual focusing. The maximum aperture of f/2 is likely to make a difference to picture quality when shooting in lowlight. Panasonic have produced a number of options that allow you to customise the camera. These include optional extras such as an external flash unit and viewfinder. There is also a filter ring. A selection wheel or jog dial on the back of the camera makes it fast and easy to change settings.

Panasonic DMC LX7

Type: Advanced Compact

10 Megapixels 3.8x Zoom

Guide Price: £275.00

The Lumix DMC LX7 is a small, but very powerful digital camera. A wide range of options have been packed into the compact body. These include manual exposure controls (Fully Manual, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority), a f/1.4 maximum aperture, a 1cm macro mode and a burst mode that can capture a small number of shots at up to 11 frames per second. Full High Definition Movies can be recorded with stereo sound. High speed videos can also be made for slow motion replay.

Panasonic DMC LZ20

Type: Super Zoom

16 Megapixels 21x Zoom

Guide Price: £169.99

The Lumix DMC LZ20 is designed in a similar style to a Digital SLR. It has a manual exposure mode, a 3 inch LCD screen and Image Stabilisation. It can also shoot High Definition Movies. Power is supplied by four AA batteries. For close up work this camera can focus from 2cm away from your subject.

Panasonic DMC S3

Type: Simple and Easy

14 Megapixels 4x Zoom

Guide Price: £73.35 Rating: 84/100

The Lumix DMC S3 is aimed at you if you are new to digital cameras or you find it difficult to find your way around one. It can be used in fully automatic mode, has a 2.7 inch LCD screen and is capable of shooting High Definition movies.

Panasonic DMC S5

Type: Simple and Easy

16 Megapixels 4x Zoom

Guide Price: £63.99 Rating: 84/100

The Lumix DMC S6 is a basic pocket sized digital camera. It can record High Definition movies and has image stabilisation built in to help keep your photos sharp. It has a 2.7 inch LCD screen and can focus from 5cm away from your subject in macro mode. It also has Lumix Image Uploader software to make it easier for you to upload images and movie clips to web sites such as Facebook and YouTube.

Panasonic DMC SZ1

Type: Extra Zoom

16 Megapixels 10x Zoom

Guide Price: £109.39 Rating: 84/100

The Lumix DMC SZ1 offers you plenty of scope for capturing a wide range of photo opportunities. It is a very compact size and is also easy to use. Features include High Definition movies, image stabilisation and a 3 inch LCD screen. For close up shots it is able to focus from 5cm away from your subject.

Panasonic DMC SZ5

Type: Extra Zoom

14 Megapixels 10x Zoom

Guide Price: £149.99

The Lumix DMC SZ5 is one of the first digital cameras to offer compatibility with smartphones. This camera can be controlled using a smartphone to set focus, zoom in and take a picture. It also has Wi-Fi connectivity. This allows the camera to be wirelessly connected to smartphones, computers and televisions. More standard features include a 3 inch LCD screen, High Definition Movies, a 5cm macro mode and Image Stabilisation.

Panasonic DMC SZ7

Type: Extra Zoom

14 Megapixels 10x Zoom

Guide Price: £156.79 Rating: 84/100

The Lumix DMC SZ7 is a versatile digital camera. Its zoom range caters for distant subjects, wide scenes and every type of photo opportunity in between. There is a 3 inch LCD screen, a High Definition movie mode and image stabilisation. The High Dynamic Range mode helps to bring out more detail in high contrast scenes. You can also fire off shots at up to 10 frames per second.

Panasonic DMC TZ25

Type: Extra Zoom

12 Megapixels 16x Zoom

Guide Price: £189.00 Rating: 82/100

The Lumix DMC TZ25 has a wide range of features. These include manual exposure controls (Fully Manual, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority), a burst mode capable of firing off still photos at a rate of 10 frames per second and image stabilisation. It can record High Definition movies and produce 3D photos too. There is a 3 inch LCD screen and in macro mode the minimum focusing distance is 3cm.

Panasonic DMC TZ30

Type: Extra Zoom

14 Megapixels 20x Zoom

Guide Price: £9,998.85 Rating: 83/100

The Lumix DMC TZ30 has an impressive range of features. These include GPS positioning, High Definition movies with stereo sound, manual exposure controls, a 3 inch LCD screen and image stabilisation. In macro mode the camera can focus from 3cm away from the subject and there is also a high speed shooting mode that can capture up to 10 frames per second.